JAC Motors has responded to reports of a brake pedal bracket breaking during a test of its luxury MPV, the Junjie V800. The incident, captured during an emergency braking test by the automotive media platform Dongchedi, has sparked significant online discussion.
JAC Motors Acknowledges Investigation
In a statement provided to Beike Finance, JAC Motors confirmed that it is aware of the situation and has launched a thorough investigation. The company indicated that it is conducting multiple tests to understand the cause of the failure. A formal announcement with the findings will be made once the investigation is complete.
According to Sina Technology, JAC Motors’ investor relations department stated, “This matter has been reported to the relevant departments.” Addressing concerns about the company’s stock price, which reportedly touched its daily limit down, the representative assured that “the company’s production and operation are normal, and all vehicles undergo quality control processes before leaving the factory. Please follow subsequent announcements for updates.”
Harmony Intelligent Mobility Responds
Harmony Intelligent Mobility (Hongmeng Zhixing), the partner behind the Junjie V800 project, has also commented on the incident. A spokesperson for the company told Pengpai News that they have not yet received any feedback specifically related to brake pedal issues. They also confirmed that vehicle delivery timelines remain on schedule.
The Incident
Earlier today, Dongchedi reported that during tests involving three Junjie V800 vehicles, the brake pedal bracket fractured when subjected to emergency braking from 100 km/h to 0 km/h. This claim quickly gained traction on social media platforms.
About the Junjie V800
The Junjie V800 is a high-end MPV developed collaboratively by Harmony Intelligent Mobility and JAC Motors. Launched on August 5, 2023, it is positioned as a ultra-luxury vehicle with a starting price range from 766,000 to over 1 million yuan. The model is available in three trims: Zhunxiang Edition, Xingzheng Edition, and Linghang Edition.
The focus now shifts to JAC Motors’ investigation and subsequent official statement to clarify the integrity of the Junjie V800’s braking system.
This incident highlights the critical importance of safety systems in high-performance vehicles and the scrutiny they face during independent testing. The automotive community awaits the results of JAC Motors’ investigation to understand the full context of the brake pedal failure.
